Succulents & cacti

Succulents are known for their hardiness and water wise habits, but succulents still need a little love and attention. Here are the simple rules to keep succulents looking their best. Planting succulents For ideal soil conditions use the planting mix specially designed for their nutrient requirements. Searles Cacti & Succulent Mix feeds succulents and cacti for 9 months and has ... Read More »

With the onset of winter, we sometimes need a kick start to get out in the garden. The vibrant shades of the hardy Kalanchoe make them the perfect winter warmer. Kalanchoes are some of the prettiest bushy succulents around. They belong to the stonecrop (Crassulaceae) family which is the same family as the jade plant or money tree. Kalanchoes are ... Read More »

Why choose a terrarium? A terrarium is the ideal solution for those who have limited or no garden space but still want a bit of greenery to brighten up their home or office. It’s a miniature garden in a glass container, which could be a basic tank shape or something fun like a bottle or a fishbowl. It’s up to ... Read More »